* Birth Of A KittenThis photo essay shows a typical birth of a kitten from the first contraction through delivery.

March 2011

* Birth of A Kitten (Breech Presentation)While most kittens are born head first, it is also quite common for a kitten to be born tail first, a position called a breech birth. This article includes a series of photos showing a kitten being born breech....

March 2011

* Birthing BoxThere are a variety of possibilities available to use as a cat's birthing box, ranging from a humble cardboard box to a custom built delivery bed. This article looks at the pros and cons of the best options available...

May 2015

* Birthing ProblemsLearn which birthing behavior falls within the range of 'normal' . . . and more importantly learn the warning signs that a queen needs help to deliver her kittens safely.

February 2016

* Birthing Process Made EasyWhether you are a newbie or an old hand at delivering kittens, this is an excellent article for refining your mid-wife-ing skills. It covers everything from before delivery of the kittens, cutting the cord, right up to the kittens snuggling up to their mo

April 2017

* Birthing Protocol For Newborn KittensWith kitten season in full swing this is an ideal time to refresh your birthing routine by reviewing the protocol to follow during the birth of each kitten. A good birthing protocol will maximize every kitten's chance of being born healthy and minimize possible problems in the first fragile weeks of its life . . .

June 2015

* CannibalismFew things are as upsetting and frightening to a breeder than a mother cat who inexplicably eats her newborns.

September 2017

* Clearing A Newborn Kitten's AirwayA kitten may have amniotic fluids in its mouth and nose directly at its birth. It is essential that these fluids are cleared from the newborn's airways in order for it to breathe. Learn the techniques to clear the kitten's airways through a series of photos and instructions.

July 2016

* Cutting The Umbilical CordCutting the cord of a newborn is the most common 'surgery' the cat breeder is called upon to perform. Enjoy a step-by-step description of the process, complete with photographs.

* Difficult BirthA Siamese breeder shares her experience with the delivery of a very large kitten...

December 2017

* DopramA few drops of this medication may save your newborn kitten by helping it take its first breath.

November 2005

* Interrupted LaborHow long should it take a female cat to delivery her kittens? It varies. Some cats experience an "interrupted labor" in which they deliver part of a litter before resting for a considerable time before delivering the next kitten. Learn what to do when a queen stops her labor but obviously has kittens still to come.

April 2014

Kitten Due Date CalculatorSimply type in the date of the first day your queen was bred, and her Due Date will be calculated for you.

March 2011

* Kitten Play PenConvert a used baby play pen into a terrific, easy care kitten corral.

October 2001

* Mummified Fetus Case HistoryFollow the experience of one breeder as her Persian cat, Star, gives birth to five healthy kittens - and two mummified fetuses ...

January 2010

* Mummified Fetus In CatsWhile not common, occasionally a pregnant cat may give birth to a mummified fetus along with fully developed, healthy kittens. Learn more about this condition and its causes ...

January 2010

* New Mother Cats Making MistakesHave you ever considered how confusing and frightening it must be to a cat the first time she gives birth? She has only her instincts to tell her what to do. Sometimes, instinct is not enough to prevent the new mom from making a fatal mistake...

August 2014

* Newborn Loses TailThis is the story of what happened when a mother cat who accidentally bit off her newborn's tail...

* OxytocinLearn when to use oxytocin to help your pregnant queen deliver her kittens safely.

February 2006

* Post-Delivery QueenKnowing what is 'normal' behavior in a female cat following the delivery of her kittens is important in determining whether or not to intervene in her care of her newborn litter...

October 2007

* Premature BirthsDiscover the cause of premature births, plus the signs and prognosis of various degrees of premature birth in kittens.

September 2018

* Retained PlacentaIf your cat gives birth and retains a placenta, it can be a serious risk to her health.

September 2017

* Reviving A Newborn KittenOne of the critical skills every breeder should learn is the various techniques for helping a newborn kitten to start breathing.

January 2018

* Should You Help Your Cat Give Birth?Do you believe in helping your pregnant queen deliver her kittens? Or do you mostly leave her alone to have her babies? Learn the pros and cons of each style. . .

February 2018

* Stuck KittenWhen a pregnant queen goes into labor, if a kitten becomes lodged in her birth canal, it may be necessary for the cat breeder to step in. This article describes the techniques you can use to help a "stuck" kitten be born safely.

November 2015

* Swinging A Newborn Kitten To Clear Its AirwayYou can use centrifugal force to remove fluids from the mouth nose, throat or even the lungs of a newborn kitten. Learn this simple technique that may save the life of a kitten...

February 2017

* Three Stages of LaborBy understanding the three stages of labor you will know better what to expect when your cat delivers her kittens...

March 2011

* Uterine InertiaUterine inertia is the failure of the muscles of the queen's uterus to deliver her kittens. Recognizing the problem quickly and providing knowledgeable care will give the queen the best chance of delivering live healthy babies. Learn more . . .

August 2016

* What Should You Have in your Birthing Kit?Some breeders have the bare basics in their birthing kit. Look in someone else's 'kit' and they are almost prepared to perform a Caesarian section. What should you have in a your birthing kit?